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1 MON HELLO HINCKLEY - SOUTHBOUND. TCBC overnight trip with pre-registration required. A/B about 75 mi. Returning from Hinckley to Twin Cities. Dave Swaab; Kristine Poelzer.
1 MON WRAP UP. C 20 mi. Last ride of a series. Depart at 10:15 AM from Erik's Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie, one block north from Hwy 5 and Hwy 4 (Eden Prairie Road). Turn right on Wagner Way, then left into the strip mall parking lot. Park in front of Erik's. We will bike primarily on black topped trails and roads in Eden Prairie. Rest stop en route and optional luncheon after ride. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
1 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi, B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the HealthPartners Maplewood Clinic, White Bear Ave and County Rd B. Go south on White Bear Ave from Hwy 36. Leave the city behind and ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington County. Kate Kovar; Jim Pederson, .
2 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM from the Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36 and about a block north of the Gateway Trail. Park in the middle of the lot. All riders willkommen. Rest stop at the end of the trail, and optional lunch after the ride at Panera’s. Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller, .
2 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Welch trailhead, Cannon Valley Trail. Take Hwy 61 south to Hwy 7 turnoff to Welch, about 5 miles before you get to Red Wing. Go through Welch village across bridge to trailhead. We'll head to Red Wing, then back up the trail to Cannon Falls for lunch on the back deck of the Stone Mill, then 10 miles back to Welch. Those wanting a 20-mile option can drop off the ride at Welch on the way to Cannon Falls. Don Picard.
2 TUE MINNEAPOLIS GRAND ROUND. A/B 39 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Ave N and Penn Ave in Minneapolis. Take the Dowling exit off of I-94, head west to Penn Ave, and turn north (right). The coffee shop will be on the left as you approach 44th Ave. Experience the best of Minneapolis' parkways on the Grand Rounds Tour. Come early for waffles at the coffee shop. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel.
2 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd NW in Andover. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through the open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka sand plain. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne.
2 TUE GTF. A/B 33/26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from East Mississippi River Blvd and Hartford Ave. Park on the south side of Hartford or in the north three lots of the Temple of Aaron. A classic hill ride. See for yourself why it's still the one people compare their rides to. Dave Erick.
2 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20-25 mi Depart at 6:00 PM from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee, at the corner 28th Ave S & 50th St E in south Mpls, two blocks south of Minnehaha Pkwy on 28th Ave. Please park on the street and not in front of the shops! We will bike around south Mpls and St. Paul. Weather will dictate the miles. Mike Daniels.
2 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Andy Danielson, 763-473-1678; Joel Stenoien; Doug Duoos.
2 TUE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING in Roseville. Contact Mike Beadles at 612-432-5393.
2 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM (Note time change) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave. (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (WEB RIDE)
3 WED FALLS 'N LAKES WITH JOE. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 7:00 AM from Boom Island Park (pay lot, $.50/hr) at 8th Ave NE (same as Plymouth Ave N) and Mississippi River, with ample newer facilities for changing for work. We'll do most of the "Grand Rounds" with a mid-route coffee break at Sebastian Joe's. Shorter option possible. Mary Miller
3 WED HOPKINS BOUND. C 20 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from far southwest corner of Mt. Olivet Church parking lot at 5025 Knox Ave S. We're going to Hopkins by way of the Lakes, Cedar Lake Regional Trail and Hopkins Corridor. Destination for this MAPLESS ride is Hopkins Depot. We'll take our rest stop at the depot, stop at Tin Fish for lunch, and return. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
3 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Trailhead Cycle & Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (115th and US 169), Champlin, MN, 763-712-0312. Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets. No rider will be dropped. There will be a midride break, and lunch at Culver's after the ride. Phil Lawson.
3 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM from the Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Self-sufficient B riders encouraged. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader after 9:15 Wed. morning to see if ride is cancelled before coming to start. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
3 WED PINK EXPRESS. B 29 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville 55113 (corner of Woodhill & Lexington). Park on Woodhill St. Wear any color you like. Marina Lim
3 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the Roseville Professional Center, 2233 Hamline Ave No, just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at a nearby Mexican restaurant for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks
3 WED "U" & ME. B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM SHARP (note new time) from the Coffee Grounds, Hamline & Hoyt, Falcon Heights. Please park on street, not in lot. This ride is bits-n-pieces of other favorite routes through Como, Lilydale, Mendota, Ft Snelling, Minnehaha Falls, the "U" and the State Fairgrounds. Susie Anderson; Paul Huntington.
3 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 21 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Eric's Cycle. Depart from Erik's in Coon Rapids, next to Lifetime Fitness at Hanson and Hwy 10. This ride uses paved trail and low traffic roads around the Coon Rapids Dam and Mississippi River. There is a mid-ride break, and after ride supper possibilities. No rider dropped. Phil Lawson.
3 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 25-35 mi. Zip away at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield on this ever-evolving evening ride. Enjoy the variety as you live through a new and different experience each week. David Gepner.
4 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
4 THU CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart promptly at 10:00 AM from the Lake Harriet Bandshell in Minneapolis. With Lake Harriet as our base, we'll venture out in all directions and explore the beautiful metro area by bicycle. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel.
4 THU TRAIL EXPLORER WITH BRIDGES. C 20-25 mi. Meet at 10:15 AM at parking lot at Mississippi River Blvd and Shepard Rd. We'll bike paved bike trails through Crosby Farm Park, then onward via Pleasant Avenue Corridor to Old Seven Corners for luncheon at Cosetta's. Then we'll continue on Chestnut to River trail, crossing Mississippi River at Hwy 35 E Bridge, then take trail to Mendota Road and the Great River Trail, crossing river via Mendota Bridge on our return to parking area. Ambassador: John Avoles, 651-437-3974. Herb Schultz, .
4 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride.. Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474; Evie Walters, 763-473-2915.
4 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the parking lot of Harriet Island Regional Park, at the west end of Plato Boulevard, across the Wabasha St. Bridge from downtown St. Paul. A gently rolling and scenic ride southward into northern Dakota County. Lisa Austin.
4 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Route varies with the daylight, and variously features the Roseville Reservoir, Battle Creek Trail, the Gateway Trail, and the Mississippi River. Possibility of food after. Julie VanMersbergen
4 THU GROUP RIDING NOW! B/C 20-22 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM from Now Sports, 3672 Lexington Ave N (between County Road E and 694). Want to ride with a group, but don't want to be left in the dust by a pack of spandex-clad praying mantises? Join us in this twice-monthly series, headquartered at Now Sports in Arden Hills (651-490-7709). We'll explore lightly traveled roads and trails in the northern suburbs. With leaders riding at the front and rear of the group, nobody gets dropped. Come early and check out the fine gear at Now Sports. Paul Huntington; Cindy Hanson.
5 FRI JOAN'S BEST DAM RIDE. C 20-25 mi. MAPLESS / SLOW SPEED. Meet at 9:30 AM at Three Rivers Regional Park Coon Rapids Dam parking lot (free parking) near visitors center. From Hwy 610, take Noble Ave north, turn right (east) on 97th Ave N, then left (north) on Russell Ave to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park visitors center parking area. We will bike both west and east sides of the river, with mid-point rest stop and en route luncheon stop at Rose Garden restaurant (Asian cuisine). After lunch our ride returns to parking area. Ambassador: Joan Christensen, 763-754-0498. Herb Schultz, .
5 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park, 4500 Rice St, 55127, north parking lot. Join us on this popular ride to Marine-on-St. Croix with a stop at The General Store or coffee shop. Katie Angle.
5 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. Optional dinner after the ride at Panino's. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626; Tom and Dona Devine, 651-398-6778; Lee Thielman, 651-483-9650.
6 SAT WOW REVISITED REDUX. A/B 37/57/90 mi (up to 5800 ft of climbs), 108 mi (6900 ft). Depart at 8:30 AM from Hoffman Park in River Falls, WI. Take I-94 East to Wisconsin and exit 35 south to River Falls, then left exit at M, right on M/Division, and a quick right on Hanson. Quiet country roads, big hills and more big hills, and a great lunch stop in Maiden Rock. New and improved, which means longer and harder. All self sufficient riders welcome. Dave Eenigenburg; Dianne Bell.
6 SAT WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Road and go southeast, left on Courtly Road and then right on Ojibway Drive. Bounded by I-94 on the north and Highway 10 on the south, we'll visit some familiar and some scenic, lesser-traveled roads of southern Washington County. Tony Wanschura.
6 SAT CANNON BALL RUN. C 35 mi. Brought back by popular demand! Starting at the north end of the Red Wing Pottery mall/shops, we’ll depart at 9:00 AM sharp. We'll have a break at the halfway point (Welch Village picnic area, about 10 miles into the ride) and lunch at Cannon Falls or back at Red Wing. Because of distance and possibility of poor weather, please do make that call before coming to the ride to make sure it’s a go. Any more questions? fon Augie aka " The Gus Meister " Muller, , or Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731.
6 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Sonny's Ice Cream at 3401 Lyndale Ave So. Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474; Evie Walters, 763-473-2915.
6 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from the bottom of Crosby Farm Road in Crosby Farm Park, along the Mississippi River in St. Paul. Enter at the intersection where Mississippi River Blvd becomes Shepard Rd. The ride goes along the Mississippi River, with several nice climbs. Dave Dugan
6 SAT SATURDAY SURPRISE B 25-35 mi. Do come open-minded for a new experience departing at 10:00 AM from Nokomis Beach Coffee at 28th Ave S and 50th St E on a route designed by and for the free spirited adventurous rider. David Gepner.
6 SAT CITY CYCLING. A/B 23-28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from The Lock & Dam
parking lot beneath The Stone Arch Bridge. From Washington Ave, go east on Portland
past West River Rd and down the short steep hill to the parking lot. Route includes
West River Rd, Summit Ave, and the Fort Snelling area. Self sufficient B riders
are encouraged. Hope to see you there! Lisa Dust.
6 SAT COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED . A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7 AM from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433. Predominately flat route traverses the Anoka Sand Plain, an extensive area of level terrain formed by glacial meltwaters. It passes through wooded areas as well as wide open prairie. Jeff Hofstede . (WEB RIDE)
7 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 6:00 AM from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton (zip 55112), two blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the country and city plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of a sunrise. Steve Scholl, .
7 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 65 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62, three and a half miles west of 494 on 62. Park at far end of lot next to Dell Rd. An excellent ride in the western suburbs, rolling down to Jordan and coming back on some beautiful country roads. Eric Feld, 952-380-9914; Lee Stagg, 952 484 5642.
7 SUN PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 70-80 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the municipal parking lot next to the gas station on Main St. (County U) just off of Hwy 10 at the north end of downtown Plum City, WI. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Plum City is on U.S. Hwy. 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Details will be posted on the TCBC e-group during the week before the ride. A shorter option will be available. If the weather looks threatening, call the ride leader for ride status before 7:30 AM on the morning of the ride. Tony Wanschura
7 SUN ICE CREAM CRUISER. C 12-15 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Got a bike like Pee Wee Herman? Ride with us along scenic Summit Avenue and take a short detour to Grand Old Creamery. Cruiser riders especially encouraged, but anyone interested in a relaxed, social ride with ice cream is welcome. Plaid pants and bowtie optional. Paul Huntington; Cindy Hanson.
7 SUN 24 LAKES IN 34 MILES. B 34 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. A glimpse of 24 lakes with 7 beaches in not too many miles. A temp of 80 degrees will call for a quick dip at 1 beach, 85=2 dips, 90=3, 95=....well, you can count! Jim Walker
7 SUN SUMMER SUNSHINE. A/B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Mendota Plaza on the SE corner of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road in Mendota Heights, about 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110. Come enjoy the rolling hills in the southern suburbs of the cities. Lisa Dust.
8 MON BALD EAGLE LAKE AND MORE. C 33 mi. Leave at 9:30 AM from Burger King parking lot at Hwy 36 and Hwy 120 (Century Ave). We'll bike White Bear Lake, the Bald Eagle Lake loop, and return via Mahtomedi and Gateway Trail. Rest stops en route and optional luncheon stop at BK after ride. Ambassador: June Johnson. Herb Schultz, .
8 MON AM COFFEE RIDE. A/B 35 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from north end Lake Harriet playground area. Use on-street parking. Ride south through Edina and Bloomington to historic Dunn Brothers in EP. Return north via trail. Katie Angle, .
8 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi, B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 1.
8 MON LOTSA LAKES. B 25-30, A/B 30-35. Depart 6:00 PM from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave No, Roseville, 55113, 1 block north of Cty Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. You can count the lakes as you go by, and the cooling breeze will feel oh so good! Route is almost all roads. Kristine Poelzer.
8 MON DEADLINE for the September newsletter.
9 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
9 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See August 2.
9 TUE MINNEAPOLIS GRAND ROUND. A/B 39 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See Aug. 2.
9 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
9 TUE GTF. A/B 33/26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
9 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2
9 TUE MELLOW TUESDAY. B/C 22 mi. Leave at 6 PM from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion in New Brighton. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
9 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM (Note time change) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave. (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (WEB RIDE)
10 WED FALLS 'N LAKES WITH JOE. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 7:00 AM. See August 3.
10 WED ST PAUL RIDE AROUND THE RIVER. C 20-25 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the parking lot above Minnehaha Falls pavilion. Park free on the street or pay to park in the lot. This is a MAPLESS ride with a lunch stop en route. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
10 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 3.
10 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See August 3.
10 WED WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik's Bike Shop on the NW corner of I-694 and Rice St. A scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks.
10 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 20-30 mi. Leaving at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. Meander through the southwest metro during a pleasant evening of leisurely paced pedaling on this ride of adventure. David Gepner.
10 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
11 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
11 THU CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 4.
11 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. 6:00 PM. See August 4.
11 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the parking lot of Harriet Island Regional Park, at the west end of Plato Boulevard, across the Wabasha St. Bridge from downtown St. Paul. A gently rolling and scenic ride southward into northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
11 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
11 THU CRUISING NOW! C 12-15 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM from Now Sports, 3672 Lexington Av N (between County Road E and 694). Got a bike with coaster brakes, fat tires, white sidewalls, and a seat bigger than your own? Join us in this twice-monthly cruiser biking series, headquartered at Now Sports in Arden Hills (651-490-7709). Riders who are not yet members of "cruiser nation" are welcome, but bear in mind we will stick to the 10 mph pace befitting our stately beasts. Better yet, come early and check out the selection of stylin' cruiser bikes at Now Sports, and rent one for the ride! Discover the pleasures of piloting a rolling sofa and we think you will agree--titanium is for sissies. Paul Huntington; Cindy Hanson.
12 FRI NORTH TO NORTH BRANCH. C 34 mi. Leave at 9:30 AM from Forest Lake City Hall parking lot located at 220 N Lake (Hwy 61) in downtown Forest Lake. We'll bike Hardwood Creek/Sunrise Prairie Trails (paved asphalt) with rest stops along the way and luncheon stop en route. Herb Schultz, .
12 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See Aug 5. Dave Pfuhl.
12 FRI PRE-WOW CLUB RIDE. A/B 36 or 48 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 east to Menomonie. Exit south on WI 25, then go right on WI 29 and cross the river. Riverside Park, which is also the base for Saturday's WOW rides, will be on your left. Wisconsin has some great back roads, and today's ride showcases some of the best! Opportunities for dinner with fellow TCBC'ers after the ride. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
12 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 5.
13 SAT WEEKEND ON WHEELS DAY 1. A, A/B, B, B/C, C rides 15-105+ miles. From Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Registration required. See story in this issue.
13 SAT DULUTH ZU ZWEI HARBORS. C 45 mi. We’ll start from Gitchi Gami parking lot at 9:00 AM. We’ll be doing a little bit of Duluth riding along the Condon Blvd, a real nice roadway with wide shoulders, then riding north up the scenic roadway (North Shore), maybe stopping along the way, here and there. I have a real nice restaurant picked out for us to have a nice little lunch together. Now if I can get just 8 people to come along and weather holds up, we can have a ball. Any questions? Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, .
13 SAT MENDOTA MORNING GLORY. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Highway 13
in Mendota. Meet at the public parking lot in Mendota, on the north side of
Hwy 13, just east and down the hill from St. Peter's Church. Please do not park
in the church lot. Ride to Rosemount and back, with a rest stop at the Morning
Glory Bakery. Steve Scholl
13 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August
6.
13 SAT BREAK THE HABIT. B 25-35 mi. Take comfort in leaving at the same 10 o'clock hour from the familiar Nokomis Beach Coffee before heading to the unknown. David Gepner
13 SAT ICE CREAM LOVER'S TOUR 3. C 20-40 mi. Depart at 1:00 PM from Erik's St Louis Park, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd. Four ice cream stops in Minneapolis and Edina. Steven Steuck, 952-933-2946.
13 SAT MESABI TRAIL TOUR '05 (non-TCBC). 8 to 50 mi options. Registration includes concert, BBQ dinner, T-shirt & more. Proceeds donated to Independent Public Radio and the Mesabi Trail. Visit http://www.mesabitrail.com/great-river-energy/. Toll-free: 877-637-2241.
13 SAT COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED . A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7 AM from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433. Predominately flat route traverses the Anoka Sand Plain, an extensive area of level terrain formed by glacial meltwaters. It passes through wooded areas as well as wide open prairie. Jeff Hofstede. (WEB RIDE)
14 SUN WEEKEND ON WHEELS DAY 2. A, A/B, B, B/C, C rides 15-64+ miles. From Phelan Park in Menomonie, WI. Registration required. See story in this issue.
14 SUN NORTHEAST WHIRL. B 32 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Audubon Coffee Shop parking lot at 2852 Johnson Street NE, MPLS. That’s one mile north of the Johnson Street exit off northbound 35W. Note that there is no Johnson Street exit off southbound 35W. We’ll ride along less-traveled roads then through Wirth Park before heading out to the Depot in Hopkins. Come early and have coffee and a scone in a coffee shop with NE ambiance. Alan M. Wichman, amwminnesota@usfamily.net, 612-789-1315.
14 SUN ICE CREAM LOVER'S TOUR 1. C 20-25 miles. Depart at 1:00 PM. See August 13.
14 SUN ROLLING TO ROCKFORD. A/B 50-60 mi. Depart at 7 AM from Trailhead Cycling & Fitness, 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN. Can't make it to WOW! Then let's escape on a local ride. Leaving from TrialHead, we will shoot through Elm Creek Park Reserve, and roll through the country. Ride goes thru Maple Grove, Fletcher, Corcoran all the way out to Rockford. Jeff Hofstede. (WEB RIDE)
15 MON "CAPS" VIA GREENWAY AND MINNEHAHA CREEK PARKWAY TRAILS. C 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Hopkins Depot Coffeehouse parking lot located at Hwy 169 and Excelsior Blvd. Our destination is Caps for their City Top Rated BBQ menu including their famous sandwich "The Stacker". Our route is on Greater Minneapolis paved trails Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
15 MON AM COFFEE RIDE. A/B 35 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 8.
15 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 1.
15 MON LOTSA LAKES. B 25-30, A/B 30-35 mi. Depart 6:00 PM. See August 8.
16 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
16 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See August 2.
16 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
16 TUE GTF. A/B 33/26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
16 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
16 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
16 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM (Note time change) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave. (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (WEB RIDE)
16 TUE WALTER GRIFFIN'S EXHIBIT RIDE. 6:00 PM B/C Mapless. Leave from Minnehaha Parking Lot. Park on street. Bike and view Walter Griffin's exhibit at The Minnesota History Center. Dinner after viewing exhibit. Please bring your money for a meal. Walter Griffin. (WEB RIDE)
17 WED FALLS 'N LAKES WITH JOE. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 7:00 AM. See August 3.
17 WED SAKATAH SINGING HILLS STATE TRAIL. C 42 mi (paved). Depart at 9:30 AM from trail head in Faribault, MN. Take Hwy I 35 south, and at exit 59 take Hwy 21 SE to Faribault. Trailhead is approximately 1.5 miles from exit. Look for brown sign before stop light. You will need money for lunch and Dairy Queen stops. Herb Schultz.
17 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 3.
17 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See August 3.
17 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.
17 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.
17 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
18 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
18 THU FOREST LAKE & BACK. A/B 50 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from the Cub Foods Store Parking lot, 3700 block of Lexington Ave, several blocks south of Hwy 694 in Arden Hills. Susan Evan.
18 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
18 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. 6:00 PM. See August 11.
18 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
18 THU GROUP RIDING NOW! B/C 20-22 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM. See August 4.
19-21 MESABI TRAIL WEEKEND. C+ 17-32 mi/day. Wheel Pass required. A ride on "da range" on the hilly Mesabi paved trail for one, two, or all three days. Experience the history of Minnesota's Iron Range up close and personal. Optional evening activities. See Upcoming Events.
19 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 5. Chuck Sunder, chucksunder@hotmail.com, 612-285-1946.
19 FRI GRAND MISSISSIPPI RIDE. B 43 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Now Bikes & Fitness, 75 Snelling Ave N in St. Paul, 55104, 9 blocks south of Hwy 94 (651-644-2354). Shop opens at 10:00. Please park on Ashland Ave on the north side of the shop. There is not much of summer left and this route is too good to miss. Take the day off of work to enjoy this fabulous ride! You’ll love riding the Catwalk River Trail, Big Rivers Regional Trail and the trails in Hidden Falls, Crosby, and Ft. Snelling parks, and of course both the East and West River Roads/Parkways. We'll use the new trail connection between the bike/ped trail on Hwy 494 and the south end of the Big Rivers Regional trail. Bring plenty of your favorite sport drink, energy bars, and sunscreen, as you'll need it all. Rest stop at mile 20. Kristine Poelzer.
19 FRI A RIDE IN THE COUNTRY. A/B 35-45 mi. Depart at 12:00 noon from the Wayzata Bay Center at the intersection of Superior Street and Lake Street in downtown Wayzata. Park on the south side of the shopping center by Lake Street. Play hooky from work and get a jump-start on your weekend riding. Susan Evan.
19 FRI HIBBING TO IRON WORLD. C+ 17 mi. Meet at the trail access in Hibbing at 1:00 PM. Hibbing is 208 miles and about three hours and 35 minutes from Lake Calhoun. From Hwy 169 in Hibbing, exit onto Howard street. Follow Howard street to 3rd Av E (Greyhound Blvd). Turn right and continue one-half mile. Trail access is at Greyhound Bus Museum parking lot. We will bike 8.5 miles to Iron World in Chisholm, and enjoy a visit to the museum and discovery center ($8 admission) and then bike back to Hibbing. A listing of lodging/dinning/activities options will be provided by contacting ride ambassadors Duane and Diana Kasper, kasperddt@chaska.net, 952-448-1608. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, . Cell Phone at ride: 952-334-5382.
19 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 5.
20 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 48 mi. Depart at 8 AM. Meet at Eagle Valley Shopping Center parking lot, SE intersection of Woodbury Dr. (Hwy 19) & Valley Creek Rd, in Woodbury. Strut your stuff on the hills, then regroup on the flats. Dave Haerle,
20 SAT ALL HILLS LEAD TO EL PASO. A 112 miles. Depart at 8:30 AM from Handy Andy Park in Spring Valley, WI. Directions from MN: I-94 east to exit 24, right/south 6 miles to Route 29, left/east 2 miles. Handy Andy Park is on the right. Look for the horse statue. Emphasis will be on steady pace and finishing, not speed! Riders should be ready to travel 20-30 miles between rest stops on these beautiful, hilly, rural roads. Shortcuts will be available. Scott Larson, 651-455-0749.
20 SAT CANNON BALL RUN. C 35 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August 6.
20 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August 6.
20 SAT CHISOLM BOUND. C+ 32 miles. Meet at the trail access in Mt Iron at 9:30 AM. From Hwy 169, exit on Hwy 102 and travel about 3/4 of a mile into downtown Mt Iron. Turn left on Main St and continue 2 blocks. Turn right at Mountain Ave Trail access to the parking lot one block ahead. We will bike 16 miles to Chisholm and have lunch and return. Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper. Herb Schultz; Clareyse Nelson
20 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See August 6.
20 SAT SERENDIPITY. B 30-35 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. We'll drag out Julie's oldest routes and use UST as a base of metro exploration. Julie VanMersbergen.
20 SAT LAKE NOKOMIS. A/B 25-35 mi. Depart at 3:00 PM from the Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at the intersection of 50th St E and 28th Ave S in South Minneapolis. Please park on the street, but not in front of the shops. Susan Evan
21 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 6:30 AM. See August 7. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995.
21 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 65 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM. See August 7.
21 SUN TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B 35-40 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM from the Virginian Restaurant lot about 30 minutes from downtown St Paul. Take I-94 East to US 61/10, south to Prescott, and continue east on US 10 another 7 miles to the Virginian. The area's rolling hills will be broken by a beautiful meandering road along the Trimbelle River. Call by 7:15 AM the day of the ride if you question the weather or check your e-mail before you drive. Mary.C.Miller
21 SUN GILBERT TO GIANTS RIDGE RESORT. C+ 27 mi. Meet at the trail access in Gilbert at 9:00 AM. From Hwy 37 (Broadway) turn east to Iowa Ave. Parking is available at the Recreation Center. We'll bike 13.5 miles to the Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort, have lunch, and return. Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper, 952-448-1608. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, . Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.
21 SUN BE DAM'D 'N BACK. B/C 30 mi. Depart 9:00 AM from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Av N and Penn Ave in Minneapolis. Take the Dowling exit off of I-94, head west to Penn Ave, and turn north (right). The coffee shop will be on the left as you approach 44th Ave. We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail to Coon Rapids Dam and head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Come early for waffles at the coffee shop and bring snacks for the rest stop at the dam. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Kelly Hazel and Jim Pittenger
21 SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Road and go southeast, left on Courtly Road and then right on Ojibway Drive. Bounded by I-94 on the north and Highway 10 on the south, we'll visit some familiar and some scenic, lesser-traveled roads of southern Washington County. Tony Wanschura.
21 SUN NORTHEAST WHIRL. B 32 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August 14.
21 SUN MEDICINE LAKE - PARKERS LAKE. C 20 mi. Depart at 12:00 noon. Two-lake double loop in Plymouth with the Mt. Olivet variation. Rest stop at Parkers Lake. Meet at the French Regional Park Visitors Center parking lot. Exit Hwy 169 and go west on Rockford Rd to the park entrance, then left into park. Dave Rusinko, 763-494-3955.
21 SUN PAIN MACHINE. A/B 45-55 mi. Depart at 1:00 PM from University of Saint Thomas main lot. Ride all of the hills of Gears, Tears, and Fears -- and then go east for a whole lot more hills, from the wonderful WOW training series! A few trail sections. Jan Kujawa.
21 SUN SQUARE LAKE DIP. A/B 50 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. A cool ride to Square Lake for a cooling quick dip and cold refreshments at the canteen! Jim Walker.
21 SUN RETURN OF THE BEES. A/B and B 38-50 mi, B/C and C (canbees) 20-25 mi. All Auggie-bees will buzz off at 2:00 PM from the Weaver Lake Elementary school parking lot in Maple Grove at 15900 Weaver Lake Road (1.2 miles West of I-94). Our ride leaders have scouted out two separate sweet, low-traffic routes for the A/B and B riders to drum along, while our B/C and C hummers will band together for a mapless, no-drop ride along the newly paved bike paths that hug Rice and Fish Lakes. Additional socializing at Applebee's after the ride. Connie Gabriel, 763-428-2922; Ken Hilgers, 612-418-9922; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731 and Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474.
22 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi, B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 1.
22 MON LOTSA LAKES. B 25-30, A/B 30-35 mi. Depart 6:00 PM. See August 8.
23 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
23 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See August 2.
23 TUE PINK EXPRESS. B 29 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See August 3.
23 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C and A/B 21-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
23 TUE GTF. A/B 33/26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
23 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20- 25 mi Depart at 6:00. See August 2.
23 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2
23 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM (Note time change) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave. (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (WEB RIDE)
24 WED FALLS 'N LAKES WITH JOE. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 7:00 AM. See August 3.
24 WED LRT NORTH TO VICTORIA SOCIAL RIDE. C 25 mi. Leave at 9:30 AM from Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. From Hwy I 494, exit #17, go right (west) on Minnetonka Blvd .6 miles, turn right, and park in the rear of Community Center. We'll bike to Victoria for luncheon stop and return. Trail surface is packed limestone. Herb Schultz, .
24 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 3.
24 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See August 3.
24 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
24 WED WASHINGTON COUNTY WINDER. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12. Take Hwy 36 east past I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, and left to the school. Ride the quiet, scenic, winding roads of the area. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks.
24 WED TELLURIDE/TELLMERIDE. A/B 74 mi. Leave at 9:00 AM from the Outpost Motel in Delores, CO on this adventure over the 10,200 foot Lizard head pass. David Gepner.
25 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
25 THU LUNCH ON A STICK. C 15-20 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from County Cycles (opens at 10:00), 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113, 1 block north of Cty Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. Wear your favorite TCBC jersey and join us for a fun bike ride to the MN State Fair! Ogle all the exhibits and seek out the best lunch on a stick! Today is "Thrifty Thursday" so the fair tickets are only $7.00 per adult. Bring a bike lock to use at the free bike corral, as well as sunscreen and walking shoes. Out-and-back route; ride to the fair and stay as long as you want or meet at the specified time to ride back with the leaders. B and A/B riders are welcome too! Marina Lim, 651-335-3966; Kristine Poelzer, .
25 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. 6:00 PM. See August 4.
25 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 11.
25 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY: SPECIAL EDITION. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Explore the Crosby Farm River Flats as we avoid State Fair traffic. Bring bug spray. Julie VanMersbergen.
25 THU CRUISING NOW!. C 12-15 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM. See August 11.
26 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 5. Michael McNutt
26 FRI HERB'S BIRTHDAY RIDE. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the parking lot across from Axel's Restaurant, 1318 Hwy 13 in downtown Mendota. We'll trek into St Paul via the High Bridge with a rest stop at Caribou Coffee at Grand and Grotto, then proceed on Summit Avenue, returning to Axel's via Fort Snelling and the Mendota Bridge for optional luncheon after ride. Clareyse Nelson, ; Herb Schultz, .
26 FRI 85th ANNIVERSARY. B 25-30 mi. Depart 10:30 AM from Boehm’s Cycling, 1040 Dakota Dr, Mendota 55120, 651-454-2066. Take either the Mendota Bridge or 35E. Shop opens at 10:00. On this date in 1920 the U. S. Secretary of State certified the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U. S. Constitution. MN was the 15th state of the needed 36 to ratify the amendment. This is a social ride around the Twin Cities and to the State Capitol to see the outdoor sculpture that commemorates this significant historical event. We’ll order lunch through the newest craze: the sidewalk window café. Bring your camera and wear your favorite TCBC jersey. Kristine Poelzer, .
26 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 5.
AUG 26th-28th. THE BAYFIELD CENTURY WEEKEND. SAT A/B 63mi. or A 114mi.
SUN A/B 21mi. Join us for a great weekend of riding along Lake Superior's
South Shore in Bayfield Wisconsin. The town also offers lots of great things
to do off the bike. Saturday dinner at Maggie's. The Sunday ride is on Madeline
Island and is a real easy, no-drop ride. Beaches and lunch after at Grandpa
Tony's. Leader is Bill Simon. (WEB RIDE)
27 SAT BEFORE THE ROOSTER CROWS. N 25 mi. Depart 5:00 AM from Papa’s Home Cooking - Café Americana, 7181 42nd Ave N, New Hope, near the SE corner of Nevada Ave and Rockford Road/42nd Ave. Greet the coolish summer air with anticipation of a homespun breakfast after the ride at a favorite local nook. Front and rear lights required. Fresh batteries are helpful. Wider tires with some tread work best. Michael McNutt; Kristine Poelzer
27 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 48 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See August 20.
27 SAT JUNGES AMERIKA / NORWOOD STIFTUNGSFEST RIDE. C 45-50 mi. A real nice flat ride around this area, about 45 miles due west of the Twin Cities. We’ll meet at McDonald’s back parking lot and leave at 9:00 AM. The festival has been going on for the last 150 years or more, and I haven’t done this ride for the last 5 years. So what are we waiting for? Between the ride and the Stiftungsfest, it should be a great time. Can I get 8 people to do this? Can the weather hold for us? Let’s try it. Any questions? Augie aka " The Gus Meister " Muller, ; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731.
27 SAT MENDOTA MORNING GLORY. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August 13.
27 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See August 6.
27 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See August 6.
27 SAT SERENDIPITY. B 30-35 mi. 10:00 AM. See August 20.
27 SAT WAYZATA-LONG LAKE-LAKE MINNETONKA MINI-TOUR. B/C 20 mi. Depart at 12:30 PM. The tour will travel Wayzata, skirt Long Lake, go south along the North Arm, and take in the northern bays of Minnetonka via Cty 15. Rest stop at Culver's/Holiday. Park at southwest corner of Wayzata Bay Shopping Center off Superior Blvd. This ride ranked B/C because of three nasty hills. Approximately 1/2 mile on Luce Line (crushed limestone-hard). Dave Rusinko.
27 SAT DOWN HILL TO DURANGO. A/B 50 mi. Pedal away from the Wyman Hotel in Silverton, CO at 9:00 AM for a little climbing before coasting down from the 10,900 foot Via Molas Divide. David Gepner
28 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 6:30 AM. See August 7. Leader: Steve Scholl, .
28 SUN UP & DOWN THE RIVER TOWNS. A/B 70-107 mi. Depart at 8:00 AM from SW corner of St. Paul Sears at I-94 and Marion Street. Ride through the beautiful St. Croix River Valley on mostly rural roads. The 107 mile route runs through Afton, Stillwater, Marine-on-the-St.Croix and Hugo/WBL. The 70 mile route runs through Afton and Stillwater, returning on the Gateway Trail. First rest stop is 35-miles into ride; be sure to carry enough food and water. John Pugh. (WEB RIDE)
28 SUN MUNCHY METRIC. B 55-63 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Social, fun metric ride with a lunch stop at the halfway point. Julie VanMersbergen.
28 SUN ICE CREAM CRUISER. C 12-15 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM. See August 7.
28 SUN CITY CYCLING. A/B 26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
29 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi, B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 1.
29 MON LOTSA LAKES. B 25-30, A/B 30-35. Depart 6:00 PM. See August 8.
30 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 2.
30 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See August 2.
30 TUE PINK EXPRESS. B 29 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See August 3.
30 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
30 TUE GTF. A/B 33/26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2. Last one of the season.
30 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20- 25 mi Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2.
30 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 2
30 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM (Note time change) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave. (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman. (WEB RIDE)
31 WED FALLS 'N LAKES WITH JOE. B 20-30 mi. Depart at 7:00 AM. See August 3.
31 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See August 3.
31 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See August 3.
31 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
31 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 25-35 mi. Zip away at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield on this ever-evolving evening ride. Enjoy the variety as you experience a new and different route each week with various leaders. David Gepner, .
31 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3
(NOTICE: Non-bicycling TCBC activities listed in this newsletter are not covered
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